With the 28 Aug 2026 auctions now in, SMY Bhuntar APMC stood at the front of the pack for Karbuja(Musk Melon), clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,500 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Karbuja(Musk Melon) today, setting the tone for the session.
01What Put SMY Bhuntar APMC on Top Today
A yard rarely tops the list by chance — it usually reflects genuine, repeated demand through the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis11
- Date28 Aug 2026
- CommodityKarbuja(Musk Melon) (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Karbuja(Musk Melon) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 23.8% above the period average and just 5.6% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Karbuja(Musk Melon) rates across active mandis for 28 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Bhuntar APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 6 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Hansi APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 9 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 10 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 11 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Karbuja(Musk Melon).
A spread of ₹5,750 (209.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Karbuja(Musk Melon) prices at SMY Bhuntar APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹6,865. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,800 |
| 23 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 21 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 16 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 09 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 02 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Karbuja(Musk Melon), though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 28 Aug 2026, SMY Bhuntar APMC set the pace for Karbuja(Musk Melon). Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.